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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1916
Page
7
In April the Northwest international bowling tournament may showcase Everett bowler Fat Stewart, renowned for nine perfect scores this year. The piece notes his 300s and a 27 straight strikes streak as his highlights while hinting at controversy over a alleged ineligible game.
A publication promotes chiropractic care as a natural treatment option for all ages. It explains what a chiropractor is, their beliefs and methods, and argues spinal therapies avoid drugs or surgery. Free introductory talk offered to encourage brief consultations for chronic conditions.
The University of Wisconsin board postpones the football coach decision for a week to narrow applications to two or three. Prominent names include Elmer Henderson of Broadway High, Dr Sweetland, and Wayne Sutton. Gil Doble is pressing for the Wisconsin post, with reports of two main candidates Doble and Mackin.
Stanford University and the University of California may resolve athletic tensions as committees from both schools plan a San Francisco meeting. They are authorized to permit UC demands that freshmen be barred from intercollegiate competition.
Members of the Seattle Yacht Club chose J. E. Chilberg as commodore for the next fiscal year after a general meeting. Officers elected include Richard E. Morris secretary Captain J. S. Gibson vice commodore William G. Norris rear commodore Henry Hensel treasurer Quent H. Williams fleet captain and directors B. B. Whitney John T. Heffernan N. H. Latimer Miller Freeman Fred T. Fisher and Scott Calhoun.
Spokane’s Lou Bodie, the tallest captive fighter at 6 feet 6 inches and 230 pounds, proclaims his reach of 85 inches and claims a bout with Fulton. He is currently in New York and compares his size to Willard.
A fancy dress carnival at the Arena drew a large crowd last night with original costumes, barrel jumping by Harold White, plus fancy skating exhibitions and races. The gala event showcased lively performances and participant enthusiasm.
Bill Dietz, coach at Washington state, plans a possible shift into film in Portland. After meetings in Los Angeles with several studios proved unfruitful, he considers starting a production facility in the city.
Young triumphed over Locknow Wednesday night 24 to 14 with an early edge. Berg defeated Briefly 25 to 17 in the Class D contest. A game in each division is scheduled for Thursday night.
Spokane players face trouble over catcher Dan Murray who refuses spring report to the Indians and seeks free agency. Murray, once with Portland Coasters, was sent to Spokane in 1915. his absence hurts Spokane behind the plate as Brennegan’s poor catching hurt the staff.
Boxers in fine trim prepare for the Friday night bout at Elke amaker as Danny OBrien and Harry Anderson lead the lightweight star matchup. Sid Mitchell and Billy Wright aim to headline the semi windup with a hard fought display.
The university basketball teams won at Southpark on Wednesday with the seniors taking 55 to 20 and the intermediates 18 to 13. Four men were used by the university eleven.
Henry D. Gill, a noted attorney, was discovered dead early today in San Francisco bay near Pier 9. Authorities indicate possible murder as no suicide motive is known, with a one and a half inch gash reported at the heel.
Lumberman William J. Wagstaff of Oshkosh Wisconsin travels to Seattle Wednesday to inspect Grays Harbor business holdings and lead opposition to the La Follette Seamen's bill.
The Beattie Dog Show aims to be larger than ever with a beach show in Seattle, attracting breeders from California Oregon Idaho Montana Eastern Washington Tacoma Vancouver and Victoria. At a January 5 Seattle Kennel Club meeting officers were elected for 1916 and arrangements set for a bench show late March with 25 trophy cups pledged and Spratts Patent Ltd to handle benching.
Tex Rickard said March 3 bout plans for Jess Willard vs Frank Moran proceed without a hitch. Willard must post a 5000 guarantee upon signing. promoters aim to place the entire purse with stakeholders 48 hours before the fight. Venue options include Madison Square Garden as a possible site.
An all Hawaii polo team is expected in the East for the Polo club tournament at Lakewood in April. They will likely tour the circuit and finish with the Polo association championship at the Point Judith Polo club in Narragansett Pier Rhode Island in July and August. John B. Miller of Los Angeles, Pacific Coast Polo association chair, discussed the plans with H L Herbert of the Polo association. The Hawaiians previously competed in Southern California in 1913 winning the Pacific Coast junior championship cup.
Ed Garrison, famed for numerous top finishes and whose name inspired the gaited phrase Garrison finish, continues in racing as he offers his services as stakeholder for the New Orleans spring meeting. He later became owner and trainer after retiring from riding due to weight.
In Everett on Wednesday the University of Washington freshmen lost 27 to 9 to an Everett high school team playing on its floor. The low scoring game featured poor play and ended with the locals securing the win.
Cy Falkenberg of the Feds looks to rebound with a strong year and provide pitching depth. His versatility could help the team toward a pennant as reports hint at improved form and readiness.
The city’s amateur baseball boom crowds hillsides for games while major league clubs face selling and shrinking crowds. Nationwide, inter city amateur series grow, challenging professional teams as fans seek affordable high quality play and a baseball atmosphere that may erode professional profits.
Scotty Allen cannot compete in the big kan dog race in April. He remains a key figure in the Nome to Candle to Nome event, having won previously. He has just returned from France where he sold 400 dogs to the French government for wartime use.
Four basketball games were played in the church league at Leschi pavilion despite poor weather. Blue Birds beat Swedish Baptists 21 to 17 while Plymouth Westminster Presbyterian triumphed 34 to 17 over Grim Congregational. Immanuel Li won 30 to 21 against University Place.
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